Material Safety Data Sheet

NFPA HMIS Personal Protective Equipment

Health Hazard
3
1 Fire Hazard
2 0 0
Reactivity
0 See Section 15.

Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification Page Number: 1

Common Name/ Tetraethylenepentamine Catalog T2540

Trade Name Number(s).
CAS# 112-57-2
Manufacturer RTECS KH8585000
SPECTRUM LABORATORY PRODUCTS INC.
14422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET TSCA TSCA 8(b) inventory:
GARDENA, CA 90248 Tetraethylenepentamine

Commercial Name(s) Not available. CI# Not available.

Synonym 1,4,7,10,13-Pentaazatridecane; DEH 26; Tetren;
Tetraethylpentylamine IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
CHEMTREC (24hr) 800-424-9300
Chemical Name 1,2-Ethanediamine,
N-(2-aminoethyl)-N'-(2-((2-aminoethyl)amin)ethyl)-

Chemical Family Not available. CALL (310) 516-8000

Chemical Formula C8-H23-N5

Supplier SPECTRUM LABORATORY PRODUCTS INC.

14422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET
GARDENA, CA 90248

Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients

Exposure Limits
3
Name CAS # TWA (mg/m ) STEL (mg/m3) CEIL (mg/m3) % by Weight

1) Tetraethylenepentamine 112-57-2 100

Toxicological Data Tetraethylenepentamine:

on Ingredients ORAL (LD50): Acute: 3990 mg/kg [Rat].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 0.66 mg/kg [Rabbit].

Section 3. Hazards Identification

Potential Acute Health Effects Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Hazardous in case of skin contact
(corrosive, sensitizer, permeator), of eye contact (irritant, corrosive). Liquid or spray mist may produce tissue
damage particularly on mucous membranes of eyes, mouth and respiratory tract. Skin contact may produce
burns. Inhalation of the spray mist may produce severe irritation of respiratory tract, characterized by coughing,
choking, or shortness of breath.

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Potential Chronic Health
Effects
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (sensitizer), of inhalation (sensitizer)
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
Repeated or prolonged contact with spray mist may produce chronic eye irritation and severe skin irritation.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to spray mist may produce respiratory tract irritation leading to frequent attacks
of bronchial infection.

Section 4. First Aid Measures

Eye Contact Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention immediately.
Skin Contact In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated
clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before
reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.
Serious Skin Contact Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate
medical attention.

Inhalation If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical attention immediately.
Serious Inhalation Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. WARNING: It may be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation
when the inhaled material is toxic, infectious or corrosive. Seek immediate medical attention.
Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight
clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Serious Ingestion Not available.

Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data

Flammability of the Product May be combustible at high temperature.

Auto-Ignition Temperature Not available.

Flash Points Not available.

Flammable Limits Not available.

Products of Combustion These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2...).

Fire Hazards in Presence of Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of heat.

Various Substances Non-flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of shocks.

Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
of Various Substances Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Slightly explosive in presence of heat.

Fire Fighting Media SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.

and Instructions LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.

Special Remarks on Combustible. It may burn, but it does not ignite readily.
Fire Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Some may polymerize explosively when heated or
Hazards involved in a fire

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Section 6. Accidental Release Measures

Small Spill Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal
container.
Large Spill Corrosive liquid.
Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth, sand or other non-combustible material. Do not get water inside
container. Do not touch spilled material. Use water spray curtain to divert vapor drift. Prevent entry into sewers,
basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Eliminate all ignition sources. Call for assistance on disposal.

Section 7. Handling and Storage

Precautions Keep locked up.. Keep container dry. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty
containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material.
Do not ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Never add water to this product. In case of insufficient
ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the
container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents,
metals.
Storage Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.

Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Engineering Controls Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their
respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the
work-station location.
Personal Protection Face shield. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Boots.
Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be
a Large Spill used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits Not available.

Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical state and appearance Liquid. (Viscous liquid.) Odor Ammoniacal. Disagreeable. Penetrating

Taste Not available.

Molecular Weight 189.31 g/mole
Color Not available.
pH (1% soln/water) Not available.

Boiling Point 340.3C (644.5F)

Melting Point -30C (-22F)

Critical Temperature Not available.

Specific Gravity 0.998 (Water = 1)

Vapor Pressure Not available.

Vapor Density 6.53 (Air = 1)

Volatility Not available.

Odor Threshold Not available.

Water/Oil Dist. Coeff. The product is more soluble in oil; log(oil/water) = 1.5

Ionicity (in Water) Not available.

Dispersion Properties See solubility in water.

Solubility Soluble in cold water, hot water.

Soluble in most organic solvents

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Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability
Instability Temperature
Conditions of Instability
Incompatibility with various
substances
Corrosivity
Special Remarks on
Reactivity
Special Remarks on
Corrosivity
Polymerization
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry
Toxicity to Animals
Chronic Effects on Humans
Other Toxic Effects on
Humans
Special Remarks on
Toxicity to Animals
Special Remarks on
Chronic Effects on Humans
Special Remarks on other
Toxic Effects on Humans
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
BOD5 and COD
Products of Biodegradation
Toxicity of the Products
of Biodegradation
Special Remarks on the
Products of Biodegradation
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The product is stable.
Not available.
Incompatible materials, excess heat, moisture
Reactive with oxidizing agents, metals.
Not available.
Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.
Hygroscopic; keep container tightly closed.
Not available.
Will not occur.
Absorbed through skin. Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 3990 mg/kg [Rat].
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast.
Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, .
Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive, sensitizer, permeator), of eye contact (corrosive), of inhalation (lung
corrosive).
LD50 [Rabbit] - Route - Skin; Dose: 660 ul/kg
May affect genetic material (mutagenic)
Acute Potential Health Effects:
Skin: Causes severe skin irriation and causes skin burns. It can be absorbed through the skin. Harmful if
absorbed through skin!
Eyes: Causes eye irritation and burn. May cause corneal injury which may result in permanent impairment of
vision, even blindness
Inhalation: Causes respiratory tract irritation and chemical burns.
Ingestion: Causes digestive tract irritation and burns. May cause severe and permanent damage to the digestive
tract.
Chronic Potential Health Effects:
Skin: Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause allergic skin reation.
Inhalation: Prolonged or repeated inhalation may cause allergic respiratory reaction.
Not available.
Not available.
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
arise.
The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Not available.
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Section 13. Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental
control regulations.

Section 14. Transport Information

DOT Classification Class 8: Corrosive material

Identification : Tetraethylenepentamine UNNA: 2320 PG: III

Special Provisions for Not available.

Transport
DOT (Pictograms)

Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms

Federal and State Pennsylvania RTK: Tetraethylenepentamine
Regulations Massachusetts RTK: Tetraethylenepentamine
New Jersey: Tetraethylenepentamine
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Tetraethylenepentamine

California
Proposition 65
Warnings
Other Regulations OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.

Other Classifications WHMIS (Canada) CLASS D-1B: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (TOXIC).
CLASS E: Corrosive liquid.
DSCL (EEC) R21/22- Harmful in contact with skin
and if swallowed.
R34- Causes burns.
R43- May cause sensitization by skin
contact.
R51/53- Toxic to aquatic organisms,
may cause long-term adverse effects
in the aquatic environment.
S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice.
S36/37/39- Wear suitable protective clothing,
gloves and eye/face protection.
S45- In case of accident or if you feel unwell,
seek medical advice immediately (show the
label where possible).
S61- Avoid release to the environment. Refer to
special instructions/Safety data sheets.

Health Hazard
HMIS (U.S.A.) 3 National Fire Protection Flammability
Fire Hazard Association (U.S.A.)
1
0
Reactivity
Health 2 0 Reactivity
0
Personal Protection Specific hazard

WHMIS (Canada)
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DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)

TDG (Canada)
(Pictograms)

ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)

Protective Equipment Gloves.

Full suit.

Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an

approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
Face shield.

Section 16. Other Information

MSDS Code T0077

References Not available.

Other Special Not available.
Considerations

Validated by Sonia Owen on 8/11/2006. Verified by Sonia Owen.

Printed 9/14/2006.

CALL (310) 516-8000

Notice to Reader
All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packaged. If this product is
combined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned in this MSDS. It shall be the user's responsibility to develop proper
methods of handling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While this MSDS is based on technical data judged to be reliable, Spectrum Quality Products,
Inc. assumes no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.